Historical Dictionary of Nigeria - (Historical Dictionaries of Africa) 3rd Edition by Toyin Falola & Oluwafunminiyi Wasiu Raheem (Hardcover)

About the Book

Focusing on Nigeria, this book contains a chronology, an introduction, and an extensive bibliography, and cross-referenced dictionary entries.

Book Synopsis

Nigeria was a creation of the British, following official colonial rule from the first decade of the 20th century. Although colonial rule had unofficially commenced much earlier in association with missionaries, and finally amalgamated in 1914, bringing together for administrative convenience communities that were hitherto independent, what became Nigeria was based on close to 100 years of British values, behavior, orientation, and attitudes. Much of what Nigeria has become since its independence has been shaped by the British and the West. With a population above 200 million, a developing economy based majorly on oil, and a relatively stable democracy, Nigeria remains a strong leader in the comity of nations. Despite the myriad of challenges that the country faces, its importance both on the continent and on the global stage continues to grow.

Historical Dictionary of Nigeria, Third Editioncontains a chronology, an introduction, an extensive bibliography, and cross-referenced entries on important personalities and aspects of the country's politics, economy, foreign relations, religion, and culture. This book is an excellent resource for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about Nigeria.

About the Author

Toyin Falola is a distinguished teaching professor at the University of Texas at Austin, extraordinary professor of human rights at the University of the Free State, professor of African studies, Cape Town University, extraordinary professor of political science, University of Pretoria, and professor emeritus in the humanities, Lead City University. He is a recipient of 20 honorary doctorates and author/editor of almost 200 books.

Oluwafunminiyi Wasiu Raheem teaches at the Osun State University, Osogbo, Nigeria. He holds a Ph.D. in History and International Studies from the University of Ilorin, Nigeria, with research interests in African religious spirituality, sacred water bodies, contemporary popular culture, and Yoruba Islam. His latest co-authored book is titled Myth, Ritual, and Visible Expressions of O?batala and Olokun in Ile-If? (2024).